1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
Model | Tickford | R8 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |